Technical Revenue Manager

Your Career 

Become a member of the Technical Revenue team at Palo Alto Networks! We are seeking a highly motivated Technical Revenue Manager who is excited to join a high growth Company. The ideal candidate must possess strong critical thinking and communication skills. This person will partner closely with our cross-functional teams to structure and negotiate contractual terms, perform revenue close accounting activities, as well as work with key stakeholders, lead projects, develop new processes and improve on the month-end close process. The position requires a hands-on person who is flexible, solutions-oriented and works well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

You have a passion for numbers, our organization has a passion for cybersecurity. You’re looking for a career with a more fulfilling mission. We have open positions to top talent seeking a financial challenge. Our accounting department deals with numbers daily, supporting infrastructure, dealing in automation, building solutions and providing accurate, insightful financial information to empower our business lines. The ideal candidate has exceptional skills in accounting and analytics and an innovative mindset to approach finance problems differently. Our innovation doesn’t stay in Research and Development. Within finance and accounting, we seek people who are looking to try new things, while solving business critical equations. If you’re seeking a financial challenge but with a world-wide impact – this is it.

Your Impact 

• Partner with Sales, Legal, FP&A, and Sales Operations on non-standard contract review to determine revenue impact and provide recommendations to maximize revenue
• Support monthly closing activities including, but not limited to, reviewing non-routine revenue transactions, performing accounting assessments, preparing accurate journal entries, and documenting revenue conclusions
• Monitor revenue inbox to respond timely and appropriately to business requests
• Research, resolve and operationalize complex and non-routine revenue accounting transactions
• Identify actionable insights and suggest recommendations to address issues and improve accounting processes/efficiencies
• Participate in and/or lead projects and initiatives with cross functional impacts 
• Ensure compliance with SOX 404 key controls
• Assist with external audits and special projects as needed

Your Experience 

• Minimum of 5+ years of related work experience with 3+ years of Technical Revenue experience 
• Prior Public Accounting experience with regards to Revenue (ASC 606) preferred 
• CPA or equivalent a plus
• SAP, SFDC, Big Query and accounting operations experience a plus
• Advanced knowledge of  Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint) and Google Sheet
• Experienced in writing complex technical revenue accounting position papers
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage priorities and execute in a fast-paced environment with attention to details
• Team player and effective communicator with all levels of management and cross functional organizations

Education

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university or equivalent training, education, and experience in Finance, Accounting or similar field or equivalent military experience required

The Team

The Technical Revenue Team plays a pivotal role in our company's success by ensuring that our revenue recognition processes are optimized and compliant with regulatory standards. By partnering closely with our legal, finance, and sales teams, the Technical Revenue Team meticulously reviews and analyzes sales contracts to guarantee alignment with SEC guidelines. This collaboration not only safeguards the company against potential compliance risks but also enhances our financial reporting accuracy. Their expertise in navigating complex regulatory landscapes and their dedication to maintaining high standards of integrity are crucial in protecting the company's financial health and fostering sustainable growth.

Our Commitment

We’re trailblazers that dream big, take risks, and challenge cybersecurity’s status quo. It’s simple: we can’t accomplish our mission without diverse teams innovating, together.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals with a disability. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability or special need, please contact us at [email protected].

Palo Alto Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or other legally protected characteristics.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The compensation offered for this position will depend on qualifications, experience, and work location. For candidates who receive an offer at the posted level, the starting base salary (for non-sales roles) or base salary + commission target (for sales/commissioned roles) is expected to be between $109,000/yr to $176,350/yr. The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus. A description of our employee benefits may be found here. 

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